- Creates a seal between the engine and exhaust system
- Helps maintain pressure in your exhaust system
- Replace when worn out or leaking
The Exhaust Manifold Gasket in your Nissan is a multi-piece gasket that gives a tight seal at the connection formed by the engine and exhaust system. When your Nissan Exhaust Manifold Gasket is working as designed, it maintains pressure inside the exhaust system so that exhaust gases are pulled away from the engine and surrounding systems.
If you start to hear tapping, sputtering, or noticeable hissing sounds under the hood (and if you notice them right after starting the engine), an old or cracked Exhaust Manifold Gasket could be to blame. A damaged Exhaust Manifold Gasket could lead to exhaust gases becoming trapped in the space under the hood. If the issue isn't remedied quickly, those combustion byproduct gases could affect your engine and weaken its performance over time. Exhaust gases are extremely hot, meaning that a leaky Exhaust Manifold Gasket may lead to significant warping or burning of adjacent engine components. In those cases, you will probably detect a burning plastic smell, and you may see smoke seeping out from the sides of your hood, as well.
Your Nissan won't get you far with a compromised engine, so an old or damaged Exhaust Manifold Gasket is one repair you'll want to fix immediately. If it's time to replace your Exhaust Manifold Gasket, turn to Nissan Genuine Parts. Purchase replacement parts from the source for top quality and a seamless fit, then visit a local authorized Nissan service center for installation and other engine care services.
This Exhaust Manifold Gasket (part number 1403653F01) is made to fit engines in the following Nissan vehicles: Nissan 240SX, Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier, or Nissan Xterra. Explore the What This Fits section for other important information.
GASKET-EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Fits 240SX, Altima